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A staff member of Vine Crest College, Magaji Adebanjo, has appealed for urgent help after being kidnapped by armed men along the Kabba road in Kogi State. In a video released by his abductors and published by SaharaReporters, Adebanjo appeared distressed as he introduced himself and explained that he was travelling from Iperu to Abuja when the incident occurred. He stated that his kidnappers are demanding ₦100 million for his release. Adebanjo, who hails from Imo Arikoko in the Akoko area of Ondo State, pleaded for assistance from Nigerians, mentioning that he has a pregnant wife, a four‑year‑old son, and…

Thai Immigration Police have arrested a Nigerian national identified as Chibuike after he was caught with 40 ecstasy pills and 10 grams of cocaine during an undercover sting operation in Bangkok. The arrest took place at a condominium in Soi Inthamara 25 on Wednesday, December 10, 2025, following a detailed investigation by Division 1 of the Immigration Bureau’s Investigation Unit. Authorities say the suspect had been supplying narcotics to groups of foreign tourists around the Samsen Nai area of Phaya Thai District. Press Conference and Police Briefing On December 11 at 1:00 PM, senior Immigration Bureau officials held a press…

The Katsina State Police Command has arrested 35-year-old Sahabi Rabi’u in connection with the brutal murder of a 30-year-old nursing mother and her 10-month-old baby in Sheme village, Faskari Local Government Area. DSP Abubakar Sadiq, the police spokesperson, revealed in a statement on Thursday, December 11, 2025, that the killings were linked to a paternity dispute. A second suspect involved in the crime is still at large, and a manhunt has been launched. “The bodies of the victims have been recovered, and the suspect is in custody. Efforts are being made to ensure the arrest of the fleeing suspect,” the…

During the ambassadorial screening of Reno Omokri on Thursday, December 11, a heated exchange erupted between Senators Adams Oshiomhole and Ali Ndume over Omokri’s eligibility for the position. The disagreement, which was captured on video during the proceedings of the Senate Committee on Foreign Affairs, saw the two lawmakers engage in a shouting match, highlighting deep divisions over the nomination process. Senator Oshiomhole expressed strong support for Omokri, emphasizing that he has consistently demonstrated his love for Nigeria by defending the country in various capacities and using his platform to promote national interests. According to Oshiomhole, these qualities make Omokri…

The Ondo State Police Command has arrested 22-year-old truck driver Tobi Oluwatuyi and two accomplices for allegedly faking his own kidnapping to extort money from his family. The incident came to light after a citizen alerted the Special Anti-Kidnapping Squad that Oluwatuyi had been abducted at Ilu Abo, Akure North Local Government Area. Police investigations revealed that Oluwatuyi conspired with Jubril Abu, 20, and Segun Oluwatuyi, 21, to demand a ransom of N1.5 million from his unsuspecting family, who subsequently transferred the money into one of the suspects’ accounts. Further investigations confirmed the plot, and all three suspects reportedly confessed…

Super Eagles head coach Eric Chelle has officially unveiled his final 28-man squad for the 35th Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON 2025), set to take place in Morocco. The announcement comes just a week after he released a provisional 54-man list, which has now been trimmed to meet the tournament requirement. One of the biggest headlines is the inclusion of Stanley Nwabali, who had been doubtful due to recent hand and ankle injuries. The Chippa United goalkeeper has been cleared to participate and will join Francis Uzoho and Amas Obasogie in the goalkeeping department. Nigeria’s attack also looks strong, with…

Israel has rejected a proposal from Hamas to freeze its weapons, insisting that the militant group must be fully disarmed and that Gaza must be demilitarized. Israeli officials stated that a partial freeze on arms would not be sufficient to ensure the security of Israeli civilians. The government reaffirmed its commitment to dismantling Hamas’s military capabilities to prevent further attacks and restore stability in the region.Israel has rejected Hamas’s proposal for a temporary weapons “freeze,” insisting that the militant group must be fully disarmed and Gaza completely demilitarized as part of any peace agreement.

The Lagos State Police Command has reacted to a viral video showing an Inspector of Police being beaten by a mob after he was accused of theft. In a statement released on Thursday, December 11, the Command’s spokesperson, SP Adebisi, clarified that the claim against the officer was false and misleading. She explained that the Inspector is attached to the Lagos State Taskforce and was on official duty enforcing the state government’s ban on wrong parking along Brown Street, Oshodi. According to the statement, the incident began when the officer stopped a motorist attempting to park illegally. The motorist allegedly…

Speaking alongside Norwegian Prime Minister Jonas Gahr Stoere, Machado asserted that Venezuela has devolved into “the criminal hub of the Americas”. She argued that the regime is sustained by a powerfully funded repression system fueled by illicit revenue streams. “We need to cut those flows,” she stated, citing drug trafficking, the black market of oil, and arms and human trafficking as sources of these funds. Machado was asked if she would support a US invasion of her home country; she responded by saying Venezuela has already been invaded by actors such as drug cartels, and Russian and Iranian agents.

Nigerian Army troops have successfully foiled an ambush and dismantled a notorious armed gang responsible for rising insecurity in Ukum Local Government Area of Benue State. Ag Media Information Officer of Operation Whirl Stroke (OPWS), Lieutenant Zubairu Zubairu, confirmed the development in a statement on Thursday, December 11, 2025. He said the criminals had mounted an illegal roadblock where they had been ambushing travellers and dispossessing them of their valuables. Acting on credible intelligence, troops—working in collaboration with the Nigeria Police Force (Zaki-Biam Division) and the Benue State Community Protection Guard—launched a coordinated operation along the Aturuku–Wembe–Ayati route in Borkyo…